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18Jun

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FSSAI Plans Labelling of GM Foods

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is planning a regime of labeling genetically modified (GM) foods, which do not exist in India as of now. FSSAI, though responsible for testing food standards, is passing the buck on independent testing of the impact of GM foods on human health. Its officials said that the environment ministry should look at it. As per Section 22 of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, FSSAI has the responsibility to regulate GM organisms and products once they are approved by GEAC. FSSAI even submitted a status report before the Supreme Court, which is hearing a case against the commercial cultivation of GM Mustard, and stressed that no regulation is yet framed to regulate GM foods. DNA has reviewed a copy of the status report. Continue ...

10 Home Remedies That Beat Skin Creams for Sunburn

15Jun

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10 Home Remedies That Beat Skin Creams for Sunburn

Summer’s officially just a week away, and millions of Americans are facing high odds of suffering from sunburn in coming months. Here are some surprising home remedies to soothe the burn that is as good as — or better than — commercially available skin creams and lotions: Cucumbers: These vegetables are rich in vitamin C and caffeic acid, both of which help to soothe irritated skin and reduce swelling. Lettuce: The greens have painkilling compounds that can take the sting out of sunburn. Potatoes: These tubers have been used throughout history to ease burns, bites, scrapes, and other skin problems. Continue Reading at NewsMax

Awesome Natural Remedies To Treat Itchy Scalp

13Jun

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Awesome Natural Remedies To Treat Itchy Scalp

An itchy scalp may be a common problem found among the people, it may irritate anyone. Now there are lots of remedies available for this problem, instead of trying any chemical related treatments or products it is better to try homemade remedies which provide immediate relief. If you wonder how to get rid of itchy scalp you must try the following home remedies. Tea Tree Oil Tea tree oil is one of the effective remedies for itchiness because it provides antioxidant benefits. Most importantly, it has the ability to fight against bacteria, virus, and fungus so it is highly powerful than chemical related remedies. Aloe Vera Aloe vera is the fantastic natural remedies and it can be used to treat various skin damages and irritation. In general aloe Vera kills fungus; bacteria etc...

Genetically modified food – is GM really that bad for us?

13Jun

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Genetically Modified Foods

Genetically modified food – is GM really that bad for us?

A debate has raged around the potential risks and benefits of genetically modified (GM) foods for the last 20 years. Friends of the Earth says that although food from 12 GM crops has been approved for sale in the EU, most UK supermarkets and food manufacturers have removed GM ingredients from their produce. The arguments for GM Most existing genetically modified crops have been developed to improve yield through resistance to plant pests or increased tolerance to herbicides. Professor Jonathan Jones, a senior scientist at The Sainsbury Laboratory and an expert on how plants resist disease, was featured on the Panorama program. “Producing enough food is hard, and currently there's a lot of control of disease and pests by spraying agrochemicals,” he said. “GM opponents have...

Successful Weight Loss Dieting? Check Blood Sugar and Insulin First!

11Jun

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Successful Weight Loss Dieting? Check Blood Sugar and Insulin First!

Success on a weight-loss diet can be predicted by measuring a person’s blood sugar and fasting insulin levels, according to a study presented at the American Diabetes Association meeting in San Diego. The international study examined data from six studies of different diets designed to improve nutrition. It found that those biomarkers consistently predicted losing weight and keeping it off. A fiber-rich diet without calorie restrictions is successful for many with prediabetes, the study found. Carbohydrate and fat intake should be adjusted according to fasting insulin levels. "Remarkably, for many patients, use of these biomarkers can lead to a six- to seven-fold greater weight loss," said study leader Arne Astrup. He is head of the Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports at ...

7Jun

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Genetically Modified Foods

CSOs Storm National Assembly over GMO

The CSOs including Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF), Save Nigeria, Climate, Transformation and Energy Remediation Society (Climatters) and Women Environmental Programme (WEP) urged the National Assembly to outrightly ban the GMOs, stopped their field trails and transborder movement and ensure the labeling of the GM products if it has not been totally recalled The Director of HOMEF Nnimmo Bassey and Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour who led the protest said that the activities of the GMOs are being curtailed in the United States, European and other countries and wondered why Nigeria is embracing what has been confirmed to be detrimental to Nigerians' health. Chairman, Senate Committee on Ecology and Climate Change Senator Bukar Abba Ibr...

The Worst Diet Tips a Nutritionist has Ever Hard

5Jun

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The Worst Diet Tips a Nutritionist has Ever Hard

Want to lose weight or overhaul your eating habits for good? Chances are your Dr. Google search leaves you with more questions than answers. Don't make losing weight harder than it needs to be. Here are the top four terrible diet tips that could be messing with your slim-down strategy. CALORIES VS CALORIES OUT A calorie is still a calorie, right? So, if you had a choice between a chocolate brownie or a handful of nuts, which one would you choose? Both have roughly 170 calories, but the problem is, not all calories are created equal. Choosing a food based on how many calories (or kilojoules) it has, doesn't take into consideration how nutritious or filling it is. Read the full article at Nzherald.co.nz

1Jun

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7 Home Remedies for Eye bag Treatment

Puffy eyes make you look tired, ill, and unimpressive. They can make it look like you’re taking on too much, stopping you from fully enjoying your life. While you do need to focus on the reason for your puffy eyes – as they’re a symptom of an underlying problem – you can take steps to improve the look of your eyes. These seven home remedies have been used for years – in some cases centuries – to help improve the look of the eyes. 1. Start with Cold Tea Bags 2. Keep the Body Hydrated 3. Place Cucumbers on Your Eyes 4. Make an Egg White Face Mask 5. Do Facial Exercises Daily 6. Apply Aloe Vera to Your Eyes 7. Change the Way You Sleep Which Home Remedy Will You Try First? Now it’s completely up to you. There are many home remedies that you can try to get rid of the eye ba...

6 Natural Depression Remedies That Will Change Your Life

26May

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6 Natural Depression Remedies That Will Change Your Life

Depression is a serious and devastating illness that can rob you of the pleasures and joys of life. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, over 15 million Americans are affected by the major depressive disorder, and it is the leading cause of disability for those aged 15 to 44. For some, the darkness of depression continues on, unabated, despite the best treatments. This can leave many feeling helpless, lost, and alone in their struggle. Fortunately, you’re never as helpless as you might feel, and there are a number of things you can do that will work alongside counseling and medication to help you take back your life. These are natural, everyday activities in which anyone can participate. These natural remedies do take a healthy dose of willpower, plannin...

23May

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Genetically Modified crops

With the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee, an Environment Ministry body that evaluates genetically modified crops, approving transgenic mustard for environmental release, a key hurdle remains before farmers can cultivate it: Environment Minister Anil Dave’s approval, under a procedure set down by the UPA government. What is a GM crop? A GM or transgenic crop is a plant that has a novel combination of genetic material obtained through the use of modern biotechnology. Concerns associated The technology of genetic engineering is an evolving one and there is much, especially on its impact on human health and environment that is yet to be understood properly. The scientific community itself seems uncertain about this. In fact, globally, there is a clear view that GM crops mus...